Louisiana International Terminal approved for construction

The US Army Corps of Engineers authorized construction of the Louisiana International Terminal (LIT), a project positioned to redefine Gulf Coast trade capacity, strengthen the US supply chain, and accelerate American manufacturing and commerce.

Strategically located on the Lower Mississippi River with direct access to the Gulf of Mexico, LIT will connect more than 30 states to global markets through direct access to every major Class I railroad and the interstate highway system. 

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"This is a defining moment not just for Louisiana, but for the entire country," said Governor Jeff Landry. "This investment will expand opportunities for American businesses and workers, lift up opportunities for local families.”

Louisiana International Terminal’s regional and national impact

Modern container ships have outgrown much of America's existing port infrastructure. Vessels now regularly exceed 16,000 containers, far beyond what can pass under the fixed clearance of the Crescent City Connection Bridge. 

LIT will be built to handle these vessels, positioning the Gulf to compete directly for global shipping traffic that might otherwise move through competing gateways.

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Cargo activity through Port NOLA already supports more than $101 billion in total economic value nationwide and more than 342,000 jobs, including over 122,000 in Louisiana alone. At full buildout, LIT is projected to add thousands of jobs and generate billions of dollars in new tax revenue. 

*All images courtesy of PortNOLA 

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